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Review the eligibility requirements and apply on or before the listed deadline by submitting all items listed under the application checklist to the appropriate location.

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Application Checklist

Follow this checklist to apply for the program.

Review the Eligibility Requirements
Apply by the Application Deadline. It is recommended that you apply early; complete applications are reviewed as they are submitted.
Apply for your passport
Research Scholarship Possibilities
Plan to attend the mandatory Pre-Departure Orientation

Print and submit the following pieces to the Learning Abroad Center (map):

  • Print and Submit: Application Checklist
  • Learning Abroad Application
    On the top portion of the form, please indicate the following to help us identify your program:

    Program Name: Irish Studies Summer School
    Sponsor: LAC
    Program Track/Host Institution: Leave blank

  • USIT Application pdf

  • Application Essay
    In approximately 250 words, describe why you selected this program and how it suits your academic and personal goals. Include dates and information on any previous experiences living, traveling, or studying abroad.

  • Academic Recommendationpdf
    This should be from a college level adviser, professor, or TA with whom you have taken a class.

  • College Transcript
    Submit an unofficial copy from all colleges or universities attended.

  • Two Passport Photos

  • Method of Payment Form pdf
    Submit a $50 non-refundable application fee with this form.

››Applicants with GPA Below the Requirement Only

  • Low GPA Essay
    In approximately 250 words, describe your academic strengths and any extenuating academic or personal circumstances that have contributed to your GPA being lower than what is required for this program.
  • Special Circumstances Recommendation pdf
    A recommendation should come from a professor, advisor, or TA who can speak to your academic strengths and recommend you for participation although your GPA is lower than what is required for this program. This recommendation is in addition to any other recommendations required by the program.

 

Eligibility Requirements
Students meeting the criteria below are qualified to apply for this program:

GPA

2.5
Class Standing University of Minnesota freshman and above

Program Dates & Application Deadline


Submit complete applications to the Learning Abroad Center according to the appropriate deadline:

Term Program Dates Deadline*
Summer Session June 19 –August 7 March 15

*If the deadline falls on a weekend, submit your materials on the following business day.

Next Steps

Here's what to expect after submitting your application to the Learning Abroad Center:

  1. The Learning Abroad Center sends an email notification to confirm that your application was received.
  2. The Learning Abroad Center emails you to request missing items if your application is incomplete.
  3. Your completed application is reviewed.
  4. The Learning Abroad Center emails you within 3–4 weeks with a decision regarding your acceptance into the program.
  5. If accepted, follow the instructions outlined in the acceptance email. You need to pay a program deposit to the Learning Abroad Center.
  6. If you choose not to complete the application process, email the program contact.
 
Last modified on May 20, 2008